Japan Shipping Methods — English Guide
Every shipping option for Mercari, Rakuma, and Yahoo Auctions explained in plain English. Pick the right method for your item.
Nekoposu
ネコポス
Cheapest tracked option via Yamato. A4 size, 3cm thick.
Yu-Packet Post
ゆうパケットポスト
Drop in any mailbox. Buy a sticker from convenience store.
Rakuraku Mercari-bin
らくらくメルカリ便
Best all-rounder. 7-Eleven & FamilyMart. Anonymous.
Yuyu Mercari-bin
ゆうゆうメルカリ便
Japan Post version. Lawson drop-off. Up to 100-size.
Click Post
クリックポスト
Absolute cheapest tracked. Print label at home. Yahoo Auctions.
Letter Pack
レターパック
Flat-rate A4 envelopes. Buy at any konbini or post office.
Yu-Pack
ゆうパック
Japan Post parcels. Insured up to ¥300,000. All platforms.
Tanomeru-bin
たのメル便
Large item pickup service. They pack and deliver furniture.
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